Who was the father of the prophet Elisha?

Answer: Shaphat

God told Elijah to anoint Jehu son of Nimshi as king, and Elisha son of Shaphat from Abel-meholah as prophet.

“You are also to anoint Jehu son of Nimshi as king over Israel and Elisha son of Shaphat from Abel-meholah to succeed you as prophet.”— 1 Kings 19:16 (BSB)